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HIGHER

2017

SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION

Food Technology

General Instructions

• Reading time – 5 minutes • Working time – 3 hours • Write using black pen

Total marks: 100

Section I – 20 marks (pages 2–6) • Attempt Questions 1–20 • Allow about 35 minutes for this section Section II – 50 marks (pages 9–18) • Attempt Questions 21–26 • Allow about 1 hour and 25 minutes for this section Section III – 15 marks (page 33) • Attempt Question 27 • Allow about 30 minutes for this section Section IV – 15 marks (page 34) • Attempt Question 28 • Allow about 30 minutes for this section

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Section I 20 marks Attempt Questions 1–20 Allow about 35 minutes for this section Use the multiple-choice answer sheet for Questions 1–20. 1

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Mechanisation is used by sectors of the food manufacturing industry because it A.

meets consumer demands.

B.

requires minimal maintenance.

C.

provides employment opportunities.

D.

assists in maintaining product consistency.

A company that delivers hot, ready-to-eat family meals belongs to which sector of the Australian food industry? A.

Food retail

B.

Agriculture and fisheries

C.

Food service and catering

D.

Food processing/manufacturing

Which is the best nutritional advice for a teenager who wants to avoid developing osteoporosis in the future? A.

Eat dairy foods

B.

Spend time in the sun

C.

Take a calcium supplement

D.

Increase consumption of red meat

At which stage of the food product development process would storage trials be conducted? A.

Technical feasibility

B.

Product specifications

C.

Testing product prototype

D.

Development of a prototype

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What is the role of anti-caking agents in packaged foods? A.

To allow the product to flow freely

B.

To prevent food from drying out

C.

To improve the nutritive value

D.

To enhance the appearance

The best time to conduct a SWOT analysis is when A.

a design brief is written.

B.

consumer needs are identified.

C.

resources and anticipated returns are analysed.

D.

the manufacturer analyses the opportunities in the marketplace.

A food processing company is experimenting with organic green bananas to produce gluten-free flour. What type of food product development is this?

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A.

Me too

B.

Copycat

C.

New to world

D.

Line extension

The agriculture and fisheries sector launches a smart phone application for consumers to identify ethically-sourced raw materials used in food production. This is an example of A.

quality assurance.

B.

research and development.

C.

idea generation and screening.

D.

emerging technologies in food production.

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Due to a disease outbreak, raw prawn imports into Australia have been suspended. Who has the responsibility for enforcing this legislation?

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A.

SafeWork NSW

B.

NSW Office of Water

C.

Department of Immigration

D.

Department of Agriculture and Water Resources

A packaged frozen chicken is left on the kitchen sink at the start of the day to defrost in time for the evening meal. Which of the following is most likely to cause the chicken to become unsafe for consumption?

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A.

Light

B.

Infestation

C.

Temperature

D.

Enzyme activity

A food manufacturer launches a new product into the market. Initially they set the price quite high. This is an example of

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A.

price skimming.

B.

penetration pricing.

C.

promotional pricing.

D.

discriminatory pricing.

Which process do manufacturers use to ensure that raw materials are standardised? A.

HACCP

B.

Quality control

C.

Sensory testing

D.

Quality assurance

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Which dish could a vegan eat to assist in preventing anaemia? A.

Macaroni and cheese

B.

Grilled fish and salad

C.

Fruit salad with coconut milk yoghurt

D.

Chickpea, spinach and citrus salad

Why is fibre classified as an active non-nutrient? A.

It is essential in the diet.

B.

It provides fuel for energy.

C.

It is not absorbed in the digestive system.

D.

It provides a range of vitamins and minerals.

Which of the following is an example of a value-added product in the agriculture and fisheries sector? A.

Barbequed chicken

B.

Frozen cooked prawns

C.

Kids’ snack pack of apples

D.

Cheese and bacon bread rolls

Nut-free policies are becoming increasingly popular in institutions where food is consumed. What is the reason for this? A.

Nutritional concerns

B.

The risk of anaphylaxis

C.

Workplace health and safety

D.

High levels of food intolerance

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Which piece of equipment would be suitable for the commercial manufacture of tomato sauce? A.

Retort

B.

Atomiser

C.

Centrifuge

D.

Tunnel oven

Which piece of legislation regulates the labelling of free range eggs? A.

Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth)

B.

Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth)

C.

Food Standards Australia New Zealand Act 1991 (Cth)

D.

Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (NSW)

Which process uses the principles of fermentation? A.

Drying

B.

Pickling

C.

Jam making

D.

Sourdough bread making

Which of the following contributes to the risk of cardiovascular disease? A.

Omega 3 fatty acids

B.

Low density lipoproteins (LDL) cholesterol

C.

High density lipoproteins (HDL) cholesterol

D.

A diet rich in sugar and monounsaturated fatty acids

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HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION

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Food Technology Student Number

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Sections II, III and IV Answer Booklet

Instructions

• Write your Centre Number and Student Number at the top of this page • Use this answer booklet for Sections II, III and IV • Follow the instructions inside this booklet as to where you should write your answers

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Section II 50 marks Attempt Questions 21–26 Allow about 1 hour and 25 minutes for this section Answer the questions in the spaces provided. These spaces provide guidance for the expected length of response. Question 21 (9 marks) (a)

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Complete the following table. Sector of the Australian food industry

Food that reflects the sector

Agriculture and fisheries

Food processing/manufacturing

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Outline the role of advisory groups within the Australian food industry. Use a specific example to support your answer.

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Question 21 (continued) (c)

With reference to an organisation that you have studied, explain how the Australian food industry contributes to the Australian economy.

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Question 22 (12 marks) A gourmet food magazine is producing fresh food boxes which contain all of the ingredients to make their featured recipes. Customers can purchase the boxes as part of their magazine subscription. (a)

Outline the reasons for the development of this food product.

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Explain quality control procedures that could be applied to guarantee freshness of the gourmet food box upon delivery to the consumer.

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Question 22 (continued) (c)

Propose a suitable marketing plan to launch these gourmet food boxes.

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Question 23 (8 marks) Refer to the following article to answer Question 23. The sharing economy comes to a kitchen near you Food delivery company, Yum to You, is into the home meal delivery business. Instead of sourcing meals from traditional restaurants, Yum to You is tapping into the home-cooked market and sourcing meals directly from the kitchens of passionate home cooks who are looking for a way to increase their income while sharing their love of good food.

(a)

Which level of operation best describes Julie Jones’s business?

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One example is Julie Jones who is famous among family and friends for her chicken pies. Julie, who only uses organic and ethically-sourced ingredients, has had to employ her neighbour to help her prepare enough pies to keep up with demand.

Question 23 (continued) (b)

Outline TWO legislative requirements that need to be met by Julie Jones’s business.

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(c)

Explain the storage and distribution systems that could be used by Yum to You to ensure food is delivered promptly from the home kitchen to the consumer while maintaining maximum quality.